AV SURROUND RIVR AVR-4806 OPRATING INSTRUTIONS
SAFTY PRAUTIONS AUTION RISK OF LTRI SHOK DO NOT OPN AUTION: TO RDU TH RISK OF LTRI SHOK, DO NOT RMOV OVR (OR AK). NO USR-SRVIAL PARTS INSID. RFR SRVIING TO QUALIFID SRVI PRSONNL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING: TO RDU TH RISK OF FIR OR LTRI SHOK, DO NOT XPOS THIS APPLIAN TO RAIN OR MOISTUR. F INFORMATION (For US customers). PRODUT This product complies with Part 5 of the F Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: () this product may not cause harmful interference, and () this product must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.. IMPORTANT NOTI: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUT This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets F requirements. Modification not expressly approved by DNON may void your authority, granted by the F, to use the product.. NOT This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a lass digital device, pursuant to Part 5 of the F Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the product OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. onnect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. onsult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product or an experienced radio/tv technician for help. NOT ON US / OSRVATIONS RLATIVS A L UTILISATION Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed on a rack. viter des températures élevées. Tenir compte d une dispersion de chaleur suffisante lors de l installation sur une étagère. Keep the set free from moisture, water, and dust. Protéger l appareil contre l humidité, l eau et la poussière. Do not let foreign objects in the set. Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans l appareil. Unplug the power cord when not using the set for long periods of time. Débrancher le cordon d alimentation lorsque l appareil n est pas utilisé pendant de longues périodes. Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in contact with the set. Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides, du benzène et un diluant avec l appareil. Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord. Manipuler le cordon d alimentation avec précaution. Tenir la prise lors du débranchement du cordon. * (For sets with ventilation holes) Do not obstruct the ventilation holes. Ne pas obstruer les trous d aération. Never disassemble or modify the set in any way. Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l appareil d une manière ou d une autre.
System Setup Menu H SL NTR page 9~5 page page page, 4 page 4, 5 H SL NTR H SL NTR page, 4 page 4, 5 page 5, 6 page 6~8 page 8, 9 page 9, 0 page 0, H SL NTR page 89, 90 page 90 page 9 page 9, 9 page 9 page 9 page 9~95 H SL NTR page 96, 97 page 97 page 97, 98 page 98, 99 page 99 page 00 H SL NTR page 0 page 0 page 0 page 0, 04 H SL NTR page 05 page 06, 07 page 08 page 09 page 0 page page,
SAFTY INSTRUTIONS. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.. Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. leaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. 6. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 7. Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. 8. Accessories Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. 9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. 0. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to.. Power Sources This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.. Grounding or Polarization This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. FIGUR A XAMPL OF ANTNNA GROUNDING AS PR NATIONAL LTRIAL OD LTRI SRVI QUIPMNT GROUND LAMP ANTNNA LAD IN WIR ANTNNA DISHARG UNIT (N STION 80-0) GROUNDING ONDUTORS (N STION 80-). Power-ord Protection Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. 5. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 80 of the National lectrical ode, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A. 6. Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. 7. Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 8. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 9. Object and Liquid ntry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 0. Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product, c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water, d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation, e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service.. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.. Safety heck Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. 4. Wall or eiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 5. Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. GROUND LAMPS N - NATIONAL LTRIAL OD POWR SRVI GROUNDING LTROD SYSTM (N ART 50, PART H) 4
Getting Started Thank you for choosing the DNON AVR-4806 Digital Surround A / V receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide superb surround sound listening with home theater sources such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your favorite music sources. As this product is provided with an immense array of features, we recommend that before you begin hookup and operation that you review the contents of this manual before proceeding. ontents Getting Started Accessories...7 efore using...7 autions on installation...7 autions on handling...8 Preparing the remote control unit...8 Inserting the batteries...8 Operating range of the remote control unit...9 Part names and functions Front panel...9, 0 Display... Remote control unit... asy Setup and Operation asy to setup flow... Speaker system layout...4 Speaker connections...5, 6 onnecting a DVD player and monitor TV...7, 8 Auto Setup / Room Q...9 onnecting a microphone...0 Turning on the power... Starting Auto Setup... xtra Setup... Preliminary measurements..., Speaker system measurement... heck of the measurement result...4 About the error message...5 Playing a DVD with surround sound...5 onnecting Other Sources able indications...6 The video conversion function...7 On screen display for component video outputs and HDMI output...7 onnecting equipment with HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) terminals [To convert analog video signals to HDMI signals]...8 onnecting a TV tuner...9 onnecting a DS tuner...9 onnecting the external inputs (XT. IN) terminals...0 onnecting a video camera component or video game component...0 onnecting a DVD recorder... onnecting a VR... onnecting a D player... onnecting a turntable... onnecting a D recorder or MD recorder... onnectiong a tape deck...4 DNON LINK connections...4 onnecting equipment with HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) terminals...5 onnecting equipment with DVI (Digital Visual Interface) terminals...6 onnecting I94 devices...7 onnecting the antenna terminals...8 onnecting the ONTROL terminals...8 onnecting the TRIGGR OUT terminals...9 onnecting the MULTI ZON terminals ZON (or ZON) pre-out connections...9 ZON / ZON speaker out connections...40 onnecting the pre-out terminals...4 onnecting the power supply cord...4 asic Operation Playback Operating the remote control unit...4 Playing the input source...4 Playback using the external input (XT. IN) terminals...44 Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)...44 Listening over headphone...44 ombining the currently playing sound with the desired image (VIDO SLT)...44 Switching the surround speakers...45 hecking the currently playing program source, etc....45 Input mode...45, 46 Room Q function...47 Surround Playing modes for different sources...48 Playing audio sources (Ds and DVDs) -channel playback modes...49 THX surround X / Home THX cinema mode Playing sources recorded in Dolby Surround in the Home THX cinema surround mode...50 To play in the THX surround X / Home THX cinema surround mode for sources recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS...5 Dolby Digital mode and DTS Surround...5 Dolby Pro Logic IIx (Pro Logic II) mode...55, 56 DTS NO:6 mode...57 The Dolby Headphone...58 Memory and call-out functions (USR MOD function)...59 DNON original surround modes Surround modes and their features...60 DSP surround simulation...6 Tone control setting Adjusting the tone...6 Tone defeat mode...6 hannel Level...64 Fader function...64, 65 5
Getting Started Listening to the radio Auto tuning...65 Manual tuning...65 Preset memory...66 hecking the preset stations...66 Recalling preset stations...66, 67 RDS (Radio Data System)...67 RDS search...67 PTY search...68 TP search...69 RT (Radio Text)...69 Advanced Operation Remote control unit Operating DNON audio components...70~7 Preset memory...7, 7 Operating a component stored in the preset memory...7~75 Learning function...76 System call...77 Punch through...77 Setting the back light s lighting time...78 Setting the brightness...78 Resetting...78, 79 Multi zone music entertainment system...80 Multi-zone playback using the ZON and ZON PROUT terminals...80 Multi-zone playback using the SPAKR terminals...8 Outputting a program source to amplifier, etc., in a ZON room (ZON SLT mode)...8 Outputting a program source to amplifier, etc., in a ZON room (ZON SLT mode)...8 Remote control unit operations during multi-source playback...8 Other function Playing Super Audio Ds with an I94 cable...84 Multi-source recording / playback Playing one source while recording another (R OUT mode)...85 Recording Dolby Digital and DTS multi channel sources...85 Dolby Headphone recording...85 Last function memory...86 Initialization of the microprocessor...86 Advanced Setup Part Navigating through the System Setup Menu...87 On screen display and front display...88 Audio Input Setup Setting the Digital In Assignment...89 Setting the DNON LINK...90 Setting the XT. IN Setup...90 Setting the Input Function Level...9 Setting the Function Rename...9, 9 Setting the I94 Assign...9 Setting the I94 Auto Function...9 Tuner Presets Auto preset memory...9 Preset skip...94 Preset name...94, 95 Video Setup Setting the HDMI/DVI In Assign...96, 97 Setting the omponent In Assign...97 Setting the Video onvert Mode...97, 98 Setting the HDMI Out Setup...98, 99 Setting the Audio Delay...99 Setting the On Screen Display (OSD)...00 Advanced Playback Setting the ch Direct / Stereo...0 Setting the Dolby Digital Setup...0 Setting the Auto Surround Mode...0 Setting the Manual Q Setup...0, 04 Procedure for copying the Flat correction curve...04 Option Setup Setting the hannel Setup...05 Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment...06, 07 Setting the Volume ontrol...08 Setting the Trigger Out...09 ZON and ZON tone control and channel level setting...0 Setting the Digital Out Assignment... Protecting the setting and memory bakcup User Memory... Setup Lock... Advanced Setup Part Speaker Setup Setting the type of speakers..., 4 Setting the low frequency distribution...4, 5 Setting the Delay Time...5, 6 Setting the hannel Level...6~8 Setting the rossover Frequency...8, 9 Setting the crossover frequency individually for the different channels...9 Selecting the surround speakers for the different surround modes...9, 0 Settings for using a THX Ultra compatible subwoofer...0 Surround back speaker position settings... Others Setup Setting the Room Q Setup... Setting the Direct Mode Setup... Setting the MI Input Select... Specifications and setup procedure for non-dnon microphone..., 4 heck the parameter...4, 5 System setup items and default values...6~8 Troubleshooting...9, 0 Additional information...~49 Specifications...50, 5 6
Getting Started Accessories heck that the following parts are included in addition to the main unit: q Operating instructions... w Warranty (for North America model only)... e Service station list... r Power supply cord... t Remote control unit (R-995)... y R0/AAA alkaline batteries...4 u AM loop antenna... i FM indoor antenna... o List of preset codes... r t y u i efore using Pay attention to the following before using this unit: Moving the set To prevent short circuits or damaged wires in the connection cables, always unplug the power supply cord and disconnect the connection cables between all other audio components when moving the set. Store these instructions in a safe place. After reading, store these instructions along with the warranty in a safe place. Note that the illustrations in these instructions may differ from the actual set for explanation purposes. efore turning the Power switch on heck once again that all connections are proper and that there are not problems with the connection cables. Always set the power switch to the standby position before connecting and disconnecting connection cables. autions on installation Noise or disturbance of the picture may be generated if this unit or any other electronic equipment using microprocessors is used near a tuner or TV. If this happens, take the following steps: Install this unit as far as possible from the tuner or TV. Set the antenna wires from the tuner or TV away from this unit s power supply cord and input/output connection cables. Noise or disturbance tends to occur particularly when using indoor antennas or 00 Ω/ohms feeder wires. We recommend using outdoor antennas and 75 Ω/ohms coaxial cables. Note Note: For heat dispersal, do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit. Wall 7
Getting Started autions on handling Switching the input function when input terminals are not connected. A clicking noise may be produced if the input function is switched when nothing is connected to the input terminals. If this happens, either turn down the MASTR VOLUM control knob or connect components to the input terminals. Whenever the power switch is in the STANDY state, the apparatus is still connected on A line voltage. Please be sure to turn off the power switch or unplug the cord when you leave home for, say, a vacation. Muting of PR OUT terminals and SPAKR terminals. The PR OUT terminals and SPAKR terminals include a muting circuit. ecause of this, the output signals are greatly reduced for several seconds after the power switch is turned on or input function, surround mode or any otherset-up is changed. If the volume is turned up during this time, the output will be very high after the muting circuit stops functioning. Always wait until the muting circuit turns off before adjusting the volume. Preparing the remote control unit The included remote control unit (R-995) can be used to operate not only the AVR-4806 but other remote control compatible DNON components as well. In addition, the memory contains the control signals for other remote control units, so it can be used to operate non-dnon remote control compatible products. Inserting the batteries q Remove the remote control unit s rear cover. w Set four R0/AAA batteries in the battery compartment in the indicated direction. e Put the rear cover back on. Notes on batteries: Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even when the remote control unit is operated nearby the set. (The included battery is only for verifying operation.) When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper direction, following the < and > marks in the battery compartment. To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid: Do not use a new battery together with an old one. Do not use two different types of batteries. Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of batteries in flames. If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside of the battery compartment and insert new batteries. When replacing the batteries, have the new batteries ready and insert them as quickly as possible. Motion sensor The R-995 remote control is equipped with a motion sensor that activates the backlighting function when it is picked up and/or handled. Occasionally, you might hear a faint clicking sound from within, this is the motion sensor, and is a normal condition. 8
Getting Started Operating range of the remote control unit Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor on the main unit as shown on the diagram. The remote control unit can be used from a straight distance of approximately feet/7 meters from the main unit, but this distance will be shorter if there are obstacles in the way or if the remote control unit is not pointed directly at the remote sensor. The remote control unit can be operated at a horizontal angle of up to 0 degrees with respect to the remote sensor. feet/approx. 7 m 0 0 NOT: It may be difficult to operate the remote control unit if the remote sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial light. Do not press buttons on the main unit and remote control unit simultaneously. Doing so may result in malfunction. Neon signs or other devices emitting pulse-type noise nearby may result in malfunction, so keep the set as far away from such devices as possible. Part names and functions Front panel For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).!4!!!!0!5!6!7!8!9 q w e r t y u i o 9
Getting Started #7 #6 #5 #4 # # # #0 @9 @8 @7 @6 @0 @ @ @ @4 @5 q Power ON/STANDY switch...() w Power indicator...() e Power switch...(, 86) r Headphones jack (PHONS)...(44) t V.AUX INPUT terminals...(0) y STUP MI jack...(0) u USR MOD button...(59) i USR MOD button...(59) o USR MOD button...(59)!0 Master volume control knob...(4)! Master volume indicator...(4)! Display...()! Remote control sensor...(9)!4 FUNTION knob...(4, 67, 8, 85)!5 SOUR button...(4)!6 TUNING PRST button...(67)!7 ZON SLT button...(8)!8 ZON/R SLT button...(8, 85)!9 MultQ XT indicator...(47) @0 INPUT MOD button...(45) @ ANALOG button...(46) @ XT. IN button...(44) @ SYSTM STUP button...() @4 URSOR button...() @5 SURROUND AK button...(5) @6 ROOM Q button...(47) @7 STATUS button...(45) @8 DIMMR button...(45) @9 TON DFAT button...(6) #0 SURROUND PARAMTR button...(50) # H SLT/NTR button...(, 64, 65) # DSP SIMULATION button...(6) # 7H STRO button...(6) #4 HOM THX INMA button...(50, 5) #5 STANDARD button...(5~57) #6 DIRT/STRO button...(49) #7 PUR DIRT button...(49) 0
Getting Started Display!7!6!5!4!!!!0o i u y q w e r t q Input signal indicator The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal. w Input signal channel indicator The channels included in the input source will light. This lights when the digital signal is inputted. e Information display This displays the surround mode, function name or setting value, etc. r Output signal channel indicator The audio channels that can be output light. t Speaker indicator This lights corresponding to the settings of the surround speakers of the various surround modes. y Decoder indicator This lights when each decoder is operating. u Master volume indicator This displays the volume level. The Setup item number is displayed in System Setup. i I94 indicator This lights during playback in a I94 connection. o Multi (zone) indicator ZON mode is selected in ZON/R SLT.!0 Recording output source indicator R OUT mode is selected in ZON/R SLT.! DNON LINK indicator This lights during playback in a DNON LINK connection.! AL4 indicator The AL4 indicator lights when the PUR DIRT, DIRT, STRO, MULTI H PUR DIRT, MULTI H DIRT, MULTI H IN mode is selected in the PM input signal.! Input mode indicator This lights corresponding to the setting of the INPUT mode.!4 RDS indicator This lights when RDS broadcast has been received.!5 AUTO indicator This lights when the broadcast station is selected in the AUTO tuning mode.!6 TUND indicator This lights when an FM/AM broadcast has been received.!7 STRO indicator This lights when an FM stereo broadcast has been received.
Getting Started Remote control unit For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ). Remote control signal transmitter...(9) Power buttons...() System buttons...(8) Mode selector buttons...(4, 70) Input source button...(4, 70) Surround mode button...(4, 70) Number/System call button...(4, 70) System buttons...(70~7, 74, 75) ursor buttons...() Tuner system buttons...(66~69, 7) ROOM Q button...(47) SYSTM STUP button...() System buttons...(70~7, 74, 75) Master volume control buttons...(4, 8) H SLT/NTR button...(, 64, 65) ON SRN button...(45, 5) SURROUND PARAMTR button...(50) Muting button...(44, 8) Tuner system buttons...(65~69, 7) VIDO SLT button...(44) Input mode selector buttons...(44~46) SPAKR button...(45) TST TON button...(8) R-995 NOT: With the AVR-4806, the Z4, VR4, AUX, M.SL and SAL buttons cannot be used. The AVR-4806 s 7H STRO surround mode can be operated using the 9H button. For instructions on setting the remote control unit back light s lighting time ( page 78).
asy Setup and Operation This section contains the basic steps necessary to configure the AVR-4806 according to your listening room environment and the source equipment and loudspeakers you are using. For optimum performance, we recommend using the Auto Setup function. If you wish, you can set the various settings manually without using Auto Setup ( page ~ ). asy to setup flow Placing the speakers. Auto setup flow onnecting a microphone. onnecting the speakers. onnecting a monitor and a DVD player. Preliminary measurement. ) Measuring the background noise (noise in the room). ) Determining whether or not speakers are connected. ) hecking the polarities of the speakers. Starting the Auto Setup. The measurement of the speakers in the main listening position. Playing a DVD with surround sound. ) Speaker onfiguration ) Delay Time ) hannel Level 4) rossover Frequency 5) Room Q The measurement of the speakers in the nd to 8th listening position. heck of the measurement result. Store the measurement result in the memory.
asy Setup and Operation Speaker system layout asic system layout (For a THX Ultra system) The following is an example of the basic layout for a system consisting of eight speaker systems and a television monitor: Subwoofer enter speaker system Surround back speaker systems Front speaker systems Set these at the sides of the TV or screen with their front surfaces as flush with the front of the screen as possible. Surround speaker systems Two surround back speakers are required to use the THX Ultra inema,thx Music mode and THX Games mode. Set the surround back speakers so that the distance to the listening position is the same for both the left and right speakers. It is also recommended that the deviations of the distance from the listening position to L and R channel speakers (front left (FL) and front right (FR), surround left (SL) and surround right (SR), surround back left (SL) and surround back right (SR)) is less than ft (60 cm). With the AVR-4806 it is also possible to use the surround speaker selector function to choose the best layout for a variety of sources and surround modes. Surround speaker selector function This function makes it possible to achieve the optimum sound fields for different sources by switching between two systems of surround speakers (A and ). The settings of the different speakers (A only, only or A+) are stored in the memory for the different surround modes, so they are set automatically when the surround mode is selected. A A A A S S S S (S: Surround ack Speakers) Using A only (Multi surround speaker system) Using only (Single surround speaker system) 4
asy Setup and Operation Speaker connections onnect the speaker terminals with the speakers making sure that like polarities are matched ( < with <, > with > ). Mismatching of polarities will result in weak central sound, unclear orientation of the various instruments, and the sense of direction of the stereo being impaired. When making connections, take care that none of the individual conductors of the speaker cable come in contact with adjacent terminals, with other speaker cable conductors, or with the rear panel. NOT: NVR touch the speaker terminals when the power is on. Doing so could result in electric shocks. Speaker Impedance Speakers with an impedance of from 6 to 6 Ω/ohms can be connected for use as front, center, surround and surround back speakers. e careful when using two pairs of surround speakers (A + ) at the same time, since use of speakers with an impedance of less than 8 Ω/ohms will lead to damage. The protector circuit may be activated if the set is played for long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with an impedance lower than the specified impedance are connected.. Loosen by turning counterclockwise. onnecting the speaker cables ither tightly twist or terminate the core wires. Protector circuit This unit is equipped with a high-speed protection circuit. The purpose of this circuit is to protect the speakers under circumstances such as when the output of the power amplifier is inadvertently short-circuited and a large current flows, when the temperature surrounding the unit becomes unusually high, or when the unit is used at high output over a long period which results in an extreme temperature rise. When the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off and the power supply indicator flashes. Should this occur, please follow these steps: be sure to switch off the power of this unit, check whether there are any faults with the wiring of the speaker cables or input cables, and wait for the unit to cool down if it is very hot. Improve the ventilation condition around the unit and switch the power back on. If the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems with the wiring or the ventilation around the unit, switch off the power and contact a DNON service center. Note on speaker impedance The protector circuit may be activated if the set is played for long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with an impedance lower than the specified impedance (for example speakers with an impedance of lower than 4 Ω/ohms) are connected. If the protector circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off. Turn off the set s power, wait for the set to cool down, improve the ventilation around the set, then turn the power back on.. Insert the cable.. Tighten by turning clockwise. onnecting banana plugs Turn clockwise to tighten, then insert the banana plug. 5
asy Setup and Operation onnections The AVR-4806 can be configured for 0 speaker playback using two pairs of surround speakers (A+) and one pair of surround back speakers as shown below. The output of each power amplifier can be assigned to any desired channel to best suit the application. For details, refer to Setting the hannel Setup and Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment ( page 05 ~ 07). When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components. Front right speaker enter speaker Subwoofer Front left speaker Surround right speaker (A) (R) > < < > > < onnection terminal IN for subwoofer with built-in amplifier (subwoofer), etc. (L) Surround left speaker (A) (R) > < (L) < > (R) (R) (L) (L) > < > < < > < > Surround right speaker () Surround back right speaker Surround back left speaker Surround left speaker () Precautions when connecting speakers If a speaker is placed near a TV or video monitor, the colors on the screen may be disturbed by the speaker s magnetism. If this should happen, move the speaker away to a position where it does not have this effect. NOT: When using only one surround back speaker, connect it to left channel. 6
asy Setup and Operation onnecting a DVD player and Monitor TV To connect the video output from the DVD player to the AVR-4806, you only need to choose one connection type. omponent video connection offers the best quality (and is required for progressive DVD playback), followed by S-Video, while composite video offers the lowest picture quality of the three connection types. For more information about the video up conversion function ( page 7). The AVR-4806 is equipped with HDMI connectors, so it can be connected to a DVD player or monitor TV using an HDMI cable. To connect it to a DVD player using a DVI-D cable ( page 6). To connect the digital audio output from the DVD player, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you choose to use the optical connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 89). The AVR-4806 is equipped with another set of input terminals for a non-dvd Video Disc Player (such as laser disc, VD/SVD, or future high definition disc player). The above connection guidelines for DVD also apply to the VDP input. DVD player J OMPONNT VIDO OUT Y P PR L H I A L R D L R AUDIO OUT S VIDO OUT L R HDMI OUT VIDO OUT OPTIAL OUT Audio signal flow is shown with white arrows, white video signal flow is shown with gray arrows. OAXIAL OUT 7
asy Setup and Operation For best picture quality (especially with progressive DVD and other high definition sources) choose the component video connection to your monitor TV. S-Video and composite video outputs are also provided if your TV does not have component video inputs. Monitor TV J OMPONNT VIDO IN Y P PR L H I HDMI IN VIDO IN S VIDO IN NOT: The component video input and/or output terminals may be labeled differently on some TVs, monitors or video components (Y, P, PR; Y,, R; Y, -Y, R-Y). heck the owner s manuals for other components for further information. The OMPONNT MONITOR OUT- and the OMPONNT MONITOR OUT- can be used simultaneously. Audio signals are only output from the HDMI monitor out connector when audio signals are input to the HDMI input connector. When connecting the AVR-4806 and DVD player using an HDMI cable, also connect the AVR-4806 and monitor TV using an HDMI cable ( page 5). 8
asy Setup and Operation Auto Setup / Room Q The Auto Setup and Room Q function of this unit performs an analysis of the speaker system and measures the acoustic characteristics of your room to permit an appropriate automatic setting. The AVR-4806 s Audyssey MultQ XT function has the feature that it provides the optimum listening environment at all listening positions in the home theater, where there are often multiple listeners viewing programs together. To achieve this, it is first necessary to use a microphone to measure test tones generated from the different speakers at the various listening positions. All this measured data is analyzed with a unique method to comprehensively improve acoustic characteristics in the listening area. For optimum effectiveness, measurements should be performed at six or more points. Move the microphone successively within the listening area surrounded by the speakers as shown on the diagram below to measure the test tones. When listening to music or viewing movies with the whole family, move the microphone successively to the different positions in which the members of the family sit ( on the diagram indicates the points of installation) and measure repeatedly (xample q). ven if the number of people using the home theater is small, taking multiple measurements at or near the listening positions makes it possible to correct the sound more effectively (xample w). The AVR-4806 s Room Q function offers three correction curves: Audyssey, Front and Flat. These can be selected after performing the auto setup procedure. Details of the different correction curves are described below. Audyssey: This adjusts the frequency response of all speakers to correct the effects of room acoustics. Front: This adjusts the characteristics of each speaker to the characteristics of the front speakers. Flat: This the frequency response of all speakers flat. This is suitable for multi-channel music reproduction, from discrete music sources such as Dolby Digital 5., DTS, DVD- Audio and Super Audio D. About the main listening position (*M) The main listening position is the point where a listener sits most often or the listening position when only one person is listening. Measurements on the AVR-4806 start from this point. orrection for the speaker distance ( Delay Time ) is set based on this point. xample: q xample: w *M *M MMO To make the Speaker system settings without using the Auto Setup function ( page ~ ). When performing Auto Setup, an optional microphone is required for setup. 9
asy Setup and Operation POWR NTR STUP MI AMP ON NTR ON/STANDY STUP URSOR URSOR STUP onnect onnecting a microphone the included microphone for Auto Setup to the STUP MI jack on the front panel of the unit. When placing the microphone, adjust the height so that the microphone s sound receptor is at the height of the ears of the listener. e sure that at the beginning, the measurement is started with the microphone set up at the main listening position. It is not possible to measure properly if there are any obstacles between the speakers and microphone. heck that there are no obstacles. Please do not stand between or near the speakers and the microphone during the measurements. Mount The standard microphone is DNON DM-S05. When using other microphone ( page, 4). the auto setup microphone onto a camera tripod, etc., and place it at ear height at the main listening position in the listening room with the sound receptor facing the ceiling. NOT: Do not disconnect the microphone until the settings are completed. Do not change the connection of speakers or the subwoofer s volume after performing these measurements. Microphone 0
asy Setup and Operation Turning on the power Turn Turn 4 on your subwoofer. Set the volume to halfway and set the crossover frequency to the maximum or Low pass filter off if your subwoofer can adjust the output volume and the crossover frequency. Some subwoofers have a standby mode. e sure to turn this function off before performing the Auto Setup procedure. on your monitor (TV). the POWR switch. ON: The power turns on and the power indicator lights. Set the POWR switch to this position to turn the power on and off from the included remote control unit. OFF: The power turns off and indicator is off. In this position, the power cannot be turned on and off from the remote control unit. the ON/STANDY switch on the main unit or ON button on the remote control unit. When pressed, the power turns on and the display lights. When pressed again, the power turns off, the standby mode is set and the display turns off. Starting Auto Setup the STUP button. Display the System Setup Menu. the URSOR D or H button to select the Auto Setup / Room Q, then press the NTR button. Display the Auto Setup / Room Q menu screen. the URSOR D or H button to select the Auto Setup, then press the NTR button. Display the Auto Setup screen. 5 The sound is muted for several seconds, after which the unit operates normally. Whenever the ON/STANDY button is in the standby state, the apparatus is still connected to the A line voltage. Please be sure to turn off the POWR switch or unplug the cord when you leave home for, say, a vacation. the AMP button to select the AMP (only when operating with the remote control unit). The message onnect Microphone is displayed if no microphone is connected. If so, connect the auto setup microphone.
asy Setup and Operation xtra Setup The AVR-4806 has seven available amplifier channels, some of which can be assigned for powering speakers in ZON and ZON, depending on the speaker system complement in the main room. If this functionality is not needed, skip this xtra Setup procedure and proceed to Preliminary Measurements ( page, ). the URSOR D or H button to select the xtra Setup, then press the URSOR F button. Switch to the xtra Setup screen. Preliminary measurements This procedure is used to automatically determine the background noise, whether or not speakers are connected, and the polarities of the connected speakers. To avoid affecting the measurements, turn off the airconditioner or any other device that makes noise and take the measurements with the room as quiet as possible. the URSOR D or H button to select the Start, then press the URSOR F button. Start the preliminary measurements. the URSOR D or H button to choose the setting you want to change, then press the NTR button. Switch to the setting screen. The screen shown at the below appears once the preliminary measurements are completed. 4 For instructions on making the hannel Setup settings ( page 05). For instructions on making the Power Amp Assign settings ( page 06, 07). The speakers measured with this Auto Setup procedure are based on the setting of these hannel Setup and Power Amp Assign functions. Once the settings are completed, press the NTR button at the each setting screen. The xtra Setup menu reappears. the URSOR D or H button to select the xit, then press the NTR button. Return to the Auto Setup screen. heck the NTR button. Switch to the Speaker Detect heck screen. [ First screen ] the results of the speaker detection, then press the NTR button. Switch to the second screen. 4 If [ Second screen ] the check ends, press the NTR button again.
NOT: If the results are not as expected or if an error message is displayed, select Retry and perform the measurements again. (For details on the error messages ( page 5).) If the results of remeasurement are still not as expected or if an error message is displayed, turn off the power switch and check the speaker connections. Then start the measurements again from the beginning. Measurement is cancelled when MASTR VOLUM is operated while the Auto Setup is performed. Speaker system measurement With these measurements, the Speaker onfiguration, Delay Time, hannel Level, rossover Frequency and Room Q are analyzed automatically. The main listening position is measured first, so leave the microphone where it is. the URSOR D or H button to select the OK Start, then press the URSOR F button. Measurements for the first point start. 4 Perform 5 After step, repeatedly. asy Setup and Operation the URSOR F button. Measurements for the second point start. The more measurement points, the better the resulting room correction effect. We recommend a minimum of 6 measurement points 8 measurement points provides the best room correction effect. measuring at the number of points according to your listening environment, press the URSOR D or H button to select the alculate, then press the URSOR F button. The speaker system is analyzed. Next The screen shown at the below appears once the measurements for the main listening position are completed. the measurements for the second point will be taken. Place the microphone at the second listening position. For instructions on the position in which the microphone should be placed ( page 9). The amount of time required for the analysis depends on the number of speakers and the number of measuring points. The greater the number of speakers and measuring points, the longer the time required. For example, for ten speaker systems and 6 measuring points, the calculations require approximately 6 minutes. Measurements can be ended when there are 5 or less measurement locations; however, to obtain better results, measurements at 6 or more locations is recommended. Once the calculations are completed, a screen for confirming the results of the measurements appears.
asy Setup and Operation heck of the measurement result The results of the measured items can be checked. the URSOR D or H button to select the items, then press the NTR button. Switch to the verification screen. xample: Speaker onfig. heck 5 the URSOR F button. After the data is stored, the Auto Setup / Room Q menu screen appears automatically. Sometimes due to the electrical complexities of subwoofers and the interaction with the room, THX recommends setting the level and the distance of the subwoofer manually. Sometimes due to interaction with the room, you may notice irregular results when setting the level and/or distance of the main speakers. If this happens, THX recommends setting them manually. Please note that any THX main speakers should be set to Small (80 Hz). If you set up your speakers using Auto Setup, please make sure manually that any THX speakers are set to Small with 80 Hz crossover. the NTR button. Switch to the second screen. xample: Speaker onfig. heck [ First screen ] When measurements have been made using the measurement microphone, speakers with a built-in filter such as subwoofers might be set with a value that differs from the physical distance because of the internal electrical delay. NOT: Do not turn off the power while the data is being stored. If the power is turned off while the data is being stored, the Room Q parameters stored in the memory will be cleared, and it will not be possible to select the Audyssey, Front or Flat equalizer settings. If 4 [ Second screen ] the check ends, press the NTR button again. the URSOR D or H button to select whether or not to save the data you have checked. Store: Set with the checked measurement value. All parameters are stored up. ancel: ancel the auto setup settings. 4
asy Setup and Operation About the error message These error messages will be displayed when performing the measurements of Auto Setup and the automatic measurements can not be completed because of the speaker arrangement, measurement environment, or other factors. Please check the following matters, reset the pertinent items, and measure again. e sure to turn off the AVR-4806 s power before checking the speaker connections. Screen example ause q The speakers required for producing suitable reproduction have not been detected. The front L and front R speakers were not properly detected. Only one channel of the surround (A) and surround () speakers was detected. Sound was output from the R channel when only one surround back speaker was connected. The surround back or the surround () speaker was detected, but the surround (A) speaker was not detected. If multiple errors occur, press the URSOR F or G button to check the contents. w The speaker polarity is connected in reverse. If multiple errors occur, press the URSOR F or G button to check the contents. Measures heck that the pertinent speakers are properly connected. heck the polarity of the pertinent speakers. For some speakers, the screen below may be displayed even though the speakers are properly connected. If so, select Skip0. e There is too much ambient noise in the room and the measurements cannot be made accurately. r The sound level that is output from the speakers and/or subwoofer is too low. t The measurement microphone is not connected, or all of speakers have not been detected. ither turn off the power of the device that generated the noise during the measurements or move the device away. Try again at a time when it is quieter. heck the placement and orientation of the loudspeakers. Adjust the subwoofer s output level. onnect the measurement microphone to the microphone connector. heck the speaker connection. Playing a DVD with Surround Sound Disconnect the microphone from the unit. Select the input source to be played. Select the play mode. 4 5 Adjust Start DVD playback. the volume. 5
onnecting Other Sources able indications The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cables (not supplied). A Audio cable Analog terminal (Stereo) (White) L L R R (Red) Pin-plug cable Analog terminal (Monaural, for subwoofer) H I Video cable Video terminal (Yellow) Video cable (75 Ω/ohms video pin-plug cable) S-Video terminal D Pin-plug cable Digital terminal (oaxial) (Orange) oaxial cable (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug cable) Digital terminal (Optical) J K S-Video cable omponent video terminal (Green) (lue) (Red) omponent video cable DVI-D terminal (Y) (P/) (PR/R) Optical cable (Optical fiber cable) DNON LINK terminal 4-pin DVI-D cable Audio and Video cable F DNON LINK cable I94 terminal L HDMI terminal HDMI cable G Speaker terminal 4-pin, S400 I94 cable Audio signal Signal direction IN OUT OUT IN Speaker cable Video signal IN OUT OUT IN NOT: Do not plug in the power supply cord until all connections have been completed. When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components. e sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right). Note that binding pin-plug cables together with power supply cords or placing them near a power transformer will result in generating hum or other noise. NOT: onnecting a LD (laser disc) player with a Dolby Digital RF Output The AVR-4806 does not have a DD RF demodulator function. Therefore, you need to use a commercially available outboard DD RF demodulator and connect its digital output to one of the AVR-4806 available digital inputs. Refer to the demodulator s owner s manual for further information. 6